Spatula Head Osteotome Archives

A Spatula Head Osteotome is a specialized bone-cutting instrument featuring a flat, broad, spatula-shaped tip instead of a sharp chisel edge. This design is not for cutting but for levering, spreading, or elevating bone fragments once an initial osteotomy has been made. It is particularly useful in orthopedic and spinal surgery for gently prying apart bone segments (e.g., in an osteotomy for correction of deformity), tamping bone grafts into place, or protecting soft tissues during bone work. The broad surface distributes force to prevent punching through or damaging underlying structures.

Key Features:

Flat, broad, spatula-shaped tip for levering, spreading, and protecting bone, not for cutting.
Used to gently elevate bone fragments, tamp grafts, or retract/protect soft tissue during bone surgery.
Essential in spinal surgery (e.g., for osteophyte removal, graft placement) and corrective osteotomies.
Helps prevent inadvertent penetration into the spinal canal or other critical areas.
Provides a controlled means of applying leverage to bone.
A versatile tool for safe manipulation and protection in orthopedic and neurosurgical procedures.